Static Trapeze

Aerial

A horizontal bar hung by two ropes or straps from the ceiling, used for swinging, balancing, and acrobatic feats in a stationary position.

Tricks

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Intermediate

Standing on the bar with one foot while the other leg extends in an arabesque.

Angel on Trapeze

Intermediate

Arms extended while hanging from the ropes, creating a cross shape.

Ankle Hang

Intermediate

Hanging from the bar by the ankles or feet only, hands free.

Back Straddle

Intermediate

A straddle position with the back resting on the bar.

Bird's Nest

Beginner

Hanging upside down from the bar with feet hooked over and back arched.

Candlestick

Beginner

An inverted position with the body straight and pointed like a candle.

Catcher's Lock

Advanced

A secure lock in the ropes used for drops and swinging movements.

Gazelle on Trapeze

Advanced

An inverted split position with the bar behind the back of one knee.

Half Turn Drop

Advanced

A drop from the bar that includes a 180-degree rotation before catching.

Knee Hang

Beginner

Hanging from the bar by the knees with the body inverted.

Man in the Moon

Intermediate

A seated position on the bar with one knee hooked and the body creating a crescent shape.

Meathook

Advanced

An extreme side lever where the body hangs horizontally from one rope.

Mermaid

Intermediate

Sitting on the bar with legs together to one side, creating a mermaid silhouette.

Penny Drop

Advanced

A backwards rotation off the bar, releasing from a seated position and catching the bar.

Planche

Advanced

Holding the body horizontal to the ground while gripping the bar, requiring immense core and shoulder strength.

Pullover

Beginner

Pulling the body up and over the bar from a hanging position.

Roll Up

Intermediate

Rolling the body up from below the bar to sitting on top using the ropes.

Single Knee Hang

Intermediate

Hanging from the bar by a single knee with the other leg extended.

Skin the Cat

Beginner

A full rotation under the bar from a hang, passing through an inverted position.

Splits on Bar

Intermediate

Performing a full split while balancing on the trapeze bar.

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